Accounts Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wigton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to support their Finance team during a 9-month maternity cover. This role involves managing the purchase ledger, processing invoices, and preparing VAT returns, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general accounting and bookkeeping, alongside excellent attention to detail. With a focus on efficient collaboration across departments, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a forward-thinking company while enjoying competitive benefits including generous holiday allowance and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Salary sacrifice pension contributions

High street and online retailer discounts

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchase ledger management.
• Strong background in general accounting with bookkeeping knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of purchase ledger including invoice processing.
• Preparation of VAT return and month-end procedures.

Skills

Purchase Ledger Management

General Accounting

Bookkeeping Procedures

Microsoft Office Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

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A large manufacturing organisation, part of a business group, based in Wigton. They focus on engineering efficient and sustainable solutions, combining innovation and experience. Currently, they are seeking a dedicated temporary Accounts Assistant to support them with a 9-month maternity cover.

Your new role

You will be part of a relatively small Finance team, working closely with other departments to ensure the efficient running of the finance department, reporting to the Financial Controller. We are seeking a candidate with proven experience in purchase ledger management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general accounting, with an understanding of bookkeeping procedures and a focus on maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities include:

• Ownership of purchase ledger including invoice processing and bank payments.
• Processing of expense reports.
• Preparation of VAT return.
• Collation and preparation of journals, general ledger reconciliation, and assisting with month-end procedures.
• Weekly sales and treasury reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

• You will be able to start with the business around June to ensure sufficient handover.
• Purchase ledger and general accounting experience.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Willingness to undergo security checks.

What you'll get in return

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Salary sacrifice and 9% matched pension contributions.
• High street and online retailer discounts.
• Onsite parking.